14-D Flashcards
(39 cards)
What is one of the main uses of networks?
File- and printer-sharing
What are the two main network models mentioned?
- Workgroup
- Domain
What is a workgroup?
A peer-to-peer network model where management of shared resources is performed on individual computers
What is a domain in networking?
A client/server model that groups computers for security and centralized administration
What is the default workgroup name in Windows?
WORKGROUP
How can the hostname of a computer be changed?
Using the System Properties dialog (sysdm.cpl)
What network type must be set to Private for file sharing in a workgroup?
Network type must be set to Private
What are the two options that must be selected to share files on the network?
- Turn on network discovery
- Turn on file and printer sharing
What does disabling password-protected sharing do?
Allows anyone to access file shares without entering credentials
What is the purpose of the Guest user account in network sharing?
To allow network access without credentials when password-protected sharing is disabled
What is nearby sharing?
Sharing data between a PC and smartphone or other device over Bluetooth
What is the purpose of configuring a file share?
To make resources available for others to access
What is the Public folder in Windows?
A directory that all users can read and write to, which can be shared over the network
What is the Everyone group in Windows sharing?
A special system group that contains all user accounts
What is a mapped drive?
A share assigned to a drive letter on a client device
What command is used to display a list of servers on the local network?
net view
What is the command to map a folder to a drive letter?
net use [drive letter]: [server][folder] /persistent:yes
True or False: A printer can be shared on the network.
True
What are NTFS permissions?
Permissions applied for both network and local access to files and folders
What are the four basic NTFS permissions?
- Read/list/execute
- Write
- Modify
- Full control
What does explicit deny do in permission settings?
Overrides any other permissions in most cases
What is the inheritance behavior of NTFS permissions?
Assigned permissions are automatically inherited by files and subfolders created under the folder
What happens when both share and NTFS permissions are applied?
The most restrictive permission applies when accessing the resource over the network
What must a computer have to communicate on a domain?
Its own account in the domain